Information Week - June 28, 2010

Signal Magazine - February 16, 2010

Government Computer News - January 25, 2010

Spectrum

The DON CIO is responsible for bringing the Department on the Navy's electromagnetic spectrum dependent systems into operation consistent with federal regulation and international treaties. If these regulation or treaties constrain Navy and Marine Corps electromagnetic operations, the DON CIO works within the appropriate governance bodies to remove constraints and maximize naval operations. Electromagnetic spectrum is a limited resource encompassing radio waves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet light, X-rays, gamma rays and cosmic rays. It is imperative that the DON wisely manages electromagnetic spectrum to support current and future electromagnetic spectrum dependent systems.

SECNAVINST 2400.1A - December 19, 2014

This instruction defines the Department of the Navy's electromagnetic spectrum policy, delineates spectrum management responsibilities, and establishes a system for assessing spectrum supportability risks.

DON CIO Memo - December 12, 2013

The purpose of this memo is to establish Department of the Navy policy to comply with recent Office of Management and Budget requirements concerning spectrum­ dependent (S-D) communications-electronics systems. S-D programs must now determine the value of the spectrum they will use when acquiring S-D systems/equipment and consider that value as a cost when making procurement decisions.

DON CIO Memo - December 15, 2011

Since its inception, the focus of the Department of the Navy Information Technology Policy Guidance has been on enabling knowledge dominance by directing that our information management/information technology spending support the creation of a joint, net-centric naval networking environment. The net-centric vision remains a goal, but cutting the Department's IT spending is the priority for 2012. In the face of sharply ...

SECNAVINST 2400.2 - August 1, 2011

This instruction establishes policy and assigns responsibilities for reliable, safe and mission capable operations of all systems, equipment and subsystems within their intended operational electromagnetic environment. The electromagnetic environment is composed of all electromagnetic energy from known and unknown sources. This includes manmade emissions from communications equipment and systems, commercial systems, ...

DON Guidance - April 14, 2008

Department of the Navy Enterprise Mobility 2008 describes the strategy the Department is following in assessing and adopting commercially available wireless products to enhance its enterprise mobility capability.

DON Guidance - December 20, 2007

The Department of the Navy Strategic Vision for Spectrum provides proactive leadership criteria for the goal of an innovative, entrepreneurial, spectrum strategy based on evolving naval warfare requirements.
Assured spectrum access is vital to maintaining our national security, military superiority and responsiveness to events that challenge our interests at home and abroad. The Navy's SEAL Teams, submarines, Battle ...

DTG 202041Z AUG 07 - August 20, 2007

This Naval message provides guidance for the use of personal electronic devices (PEDs). Commands are encouraged to immediately begin transition to PEDs that support digital signature and encryption. Effective March 31, 2008, use of PEDs that are not natively compliant or have not upgraded to meet the requirements will no longer be permitted.

February 20, 2015

February 19, 2014

The Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer is pleased to announce the winners of the 2014 DON IM/IT Excellence Awards, the John J. Lussier Electromagnetic Spectrum Leadership Award, and the new DON Cyberspace/IT Rising Star and DON Cyberspace/IT Person of the Year Awards. There were also seven information technology leaders from the DON among this year's Federal 100 Award winners.
In addition, the DON CIO ...

May 1, 2013

Recent changes in Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations governing signal boosters enable the sale of certain types of these boosters within the United States. Signal boosters are devices that can improve cell phone coverage in areas where they do not get a good signal.

by Thomas Kidd - August 13, 2012

The final step in the dynamic federal agency spectrum access process within the United States is receiving a radio frequency assignment from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. This notification from the assistant secretary of commerce for communications and information is required for federal spectrum-dependent systems to operate within the United States. The Code of Federal Regulations Title ...

by Thomas Kidd - April 20, 2012

Emerging technology has always compelled traditional spectrum management processes to adapt and evolve. The 2012 International Telecommunication Union World Radiocommunication Conference issued new international radio regulation treaty language regarding software defined radio and cognitive radio systems.

by Thomas Kidd and Mark Rossow - January 17, 2012

To achieve the most efficient use of communications-electronics (C-E) resources, the required capabilities of systems and equipment should be met during the procurement phase — rather than investing in equipment that may require redesign or retrofitting after development. Therefore, it is more critical than ever in these budget constrained times that program offices and procuring officials take advantage of processes ...

by Thomas Kidd and Mark Rossow - October 27, 2011

The electromagnetic spectrum is a unique resource. While in some ways it is similar to other resources, like oil or water, in other ways, it is very different. The electromagnetic spectrum is typically defined as the set of all non-ionizing radiation electromagnetic frequencies.

by Thomas Kidd & Mark Rossow - July 25, 2011

Naval installations have long been good neighbors with their surrounding communities. In fact, in many cases, Navy and Marine Corps bases, posts and training ranges limit some operations to preserve friendly relationships.

by Tom Kidd - February 25, 2011

Our atmosphere is filled with electromagnetic energy from many sources. These include manmade emissions from sensors and communications equipment, electrical power lines and generators, as well as natural emissions from lightning, the sun, cosmic radiation and other sources. The electromagnetic environment is all around us every day. For example, electromagnetic energy from the sun reflects off the moon and refracts ...

January 31, 2011

Gunnery Sergeant Brian Bond was recognized for his superior performance as the Spectrum Management Chief for Marine Corps Systems Command during the Department of the Navy Information Technology Conference, Jan. 25, in San Diego.

by Tom Kidd, Mikel Ryan and Antonio Siordia - May 19, 2010

The growth and diversity of military unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in the first decade of the 21st century has been unprecedented. To say that UAVs: "continue to be the most dynamic growth sector of the world aerospace industry" understates the obvious. "An insatiable demand for UAVs is fueling massive growth within this market," said Larry Dickerson, senior unmanned systems analyst for Forecast International. "No ...

by Tom Kidd - March 10, 2010

The DON CIO represented the DON at the first International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and World Meteorological Organization (WMO) joint seminar in September 2009. It was organized as an open forum for discussion of the ITU and WMO roles in the use of radio spectrum, space orbits and radio-based meteorological tools and systems for monitoring, mitigation and adaptation to climate change.

by Tom Kidd - March 10, 2010

While the range between 540 – 610 in terahertz (THz) is (literally) the "green" portion of the electromagnetic spectrum, that isn't what we are going to discuss here. This article introduces the concept of the electromagnetic spectrum as a critical resource in the study of climate change. The Department of the Navy electromagnetic spectrum community supports many different radio and telecommunication technologies ...

by Tom Kidd - March 10, 2010

It can be embarrassing to attempt to predict technology beyond its current development horizon. This is especially challenging when the technology has begun to accelerate exponentially. To predict the future of radio into the second half of the 21st century, we will need to look back at its development from a 19th century oddity, to a 20th century necessity, and into the early years of the 21st century.

by Tom Kidd - February 26, 2010

The electromagnetic spectrum is a critical enabler of the Department of the Navy's ability to communicate and operate in a global environment. Now more than ever before, deployed Sailors and Marines depend on the electromagnetic spectrum because it enables nearly all Navy and Marine Corps capabilities, including strategic command and control; tactical communications (airborne and ground); intelligence, surveillance and ...

February 17, 2010

Ten information technology leaders from the Department of the Navy were among this year's Federal 100 Award winners. Federal Computer Week magazine presents the award to 100 professionals from government, industry and academia for their efforts in effecting change, progress and efficiency in determining how the Federal Government acquires, develops and manages IT.

by Tom Kidd - November 17, 2009

We are all familiar with overcrowding and traffic congestion. Most people in the United States experience long work commutes, jammed shopping malls, as well as long lines at restaurants, train stations and other locations where people frequently congregate. However, congestion in these occurrences usually has peaks and valleys, and many times, people can arrange their schedules to avoid peak times. Some people living in ...

by Tom Kidd - August 19, 2009

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Interdepartment Radio Advisory Committee (IRAC) recently approved an addition to the Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management. The new paragraph, 8.2.47, enables federal and non-federal agencies to share radio systems. Navy and Marine Corps first responders may have an opportunity to dramatically expand their ...

by Tom Kidd - April 22, 2009

Interoperable communications between Federal first responders and non-federal first responders is a vital capability that must be pursued by the Department of the Navy because Navy and Marine Corps installations have a close, cooperative relationship with adjacent federal, state and local first responders. Ensuring interoperable communications for police, fire, emergency medical services, and other first responder ...

by Tom Kidd - April 22, 2009

The report, "Enterprise Mobility 2008," released by the Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer describes the process the DON would use to leverage the advantages that commercially available wireless technologies can deliver.

by Tom Kidd - February 20, 2009

In less than two years, nearly 150 distinguished ambassadors and more than 2,000 delegates from across the globe will gather for the United Nations International Telecommunication Union's (ITU) World Radiocommunication Conference. During this four-week marathon, committed delegations will scrutinize, debate, create and revise the international treaties that govern the regional and global use of electromagnetic spectrum ...

by Tom Kidd - October 29, 2008

Evolution and revolution are very different processes ...
Adm. Vern Clark wrote about "revolution" while serving as Chief of Naval Operations. Today, the retired CNO still refers to revolution when publicly speaking about his efforts to change and improve business processes within the Navy. He confessed that, even as the second longest serving CNO, he didn't have time for "evolution," which is why he unapologetically ...

by Thomas Kidd - May 14, 2008

Federal regulation and Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DON) policy require that spectrum supportability must be addressed before acquiring communications-electronics (CE) systems and equipment that require use of the electromagnetic spectrum (radio frequencies).

April 17, 2008

The Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer released Enterprise Mobility 2008, which describes how the Department is assessing and adopting commercially available wireless products. It also highlights the strides made in making information available within the mobile environment.

by The DON CIO Spectrum Team - February 8, 2008

The World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC) 2007, held from mid-October to mid-November in Geneva, Switzerland, was a great success for the Department of the Navy (DON) and the Department of Defense (DoD).

by DON CIO Spectrum Team - August 16, 2007

Many nations around the world, including the United States, are facing a challenge regarding the use of the electromagnetic spectrum. The challenge involves the continued development of wireless devices that are realized by the use of "spectrum" (radio frequencies).
Spectrum is a finite resource that has significant capabilities to generate revenue for a nation's economy, yet spectrum is also a vital enabler for ...

by The Office of Naval Research - April-June 2013

by CHIPS Magazine - April-June 2013

February 21, 2013

The Department of the Navy Information Technology Policy Roundup for fiscal year (FY) 2013 provides a summary of policies affecting IT projects and programs. For more detail, please review the entire policy at the links provided.

September 27, 2011

This document provides guidance for preparing Spectrum Supportability Risk Assessments (SSRAs), as required by DoD Instruction (DoDI) 4650.01. It was prepared by a Joint-Service Ad Hoc Working Group chaired by the Defense Information Systems Agency/Defense Spectrum Organization (DISA/DSO) at the direction of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Networks and Information Integration/DoD

November 16, 2010

"Emerging Electromagnetic Spectrum Capabilities" encourages readers to challenge their status quo perceptions of emerging spectrum technology. The broader Naval benefits of emerging electromagnetic spectrum technologies are addressed and readers are introduced to how these technologies will increase Naval spectrum effectiveness and efficiency. Emerging electromagnetic spectrum technology is often described as ...

January 28, 2008

The Department of the Navy recognizes that numerous challenges are associated with acquisitions supporting “urgent need” requirements. As such, the DON has developed minimum technical spectrum requirements that must be identified, known and available to the DON’s naval forces before and during the fielding of rapidly procured Communications and Electronics (C-E) systems and devices.

by National Telecommunications and Information Administration - December 20, 2007

This NTIA Manual (Redbook) is issued by the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and is specifically designed to cover his/her frequency management responsibilities pursuant to delegated authority under Section 305 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. Its contents are based on the advice, as appropriate, of the Interdepartment Radio Advisory Committee.

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